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Charged with a Crime Anywhere in Ohio? Get Direct, Aggressive Courtroom Defense.
An arrest, traffic citation, or criminal investigation anywhere in Ohio creates immediate chaos—but an arrest is not a conviction. From municipal court traffic stops to high-stakes felony indictments in the Court of Common Pleas, you need a defense lawyer who understands the local judges, prosecutors, and courtroom rules in every jurisdiction across the state.
When you hire me, you get direct, personal representation from day one. You will work directly with the attorney handling your case—never an assistant, paralegal, or junior associate.
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Attorney Emmanuel Makris
Relentless Defense Against Government Overreach
Since 2014, Emmanuel Makris has built his legal practice on a single, uncompromising principle: the government must be held strictly accountable for every charge it brings and every right it violates. He does not rely on a high-volume, plea-focused business model. He is a dedicated, hands-on Ohio trial attorney who prepares every single case as if it is going before a judge and jury from day one.
A Trial-First Philosophy
When your freedom and future are on the line, the worst thing a lawyer can do is assume a settlement is inevitable. Attorney Makris operates with a trial-first mentality. He proactively dismantles the prosecution’s case by thoroughly evaluating the State’s evidence, identifying critical inconsistencies in police reports, and exposing procedural errors.
Scrutinizing the State's Evidence: Relentlessly challenging illegal traffic stops, unlawful searches, flawed breathalyzer calibrations, and unconstitutional interrogations.
Direct Courtroom Advocacy: You will never be passed off to a junior associate or paralegal. When you hire Attorney Makris, you work directly with him at every stage of your defense.
Proactive Strategy: Forcing prosecutors to prove every element of their case, rather than waiting to see what they offer.
Core Practice Focus
Attorney Makris focuses his practice exclusively on high-stakes litigation where individuals are pitted against the massive resources of the state:
Ohio Criminal Defense: Aggressive, strategic representation for clients facing OVI/DUI offenses, serious misdemeanors, and complex felony indictments across Ohio's municipal and common pleas courts.
Constitutional Civil Rights Litigation: When law enforcement or government agencies overstep their authority, Attorney Makris fights back. He litigates civil rights violations—including false arrests, excessive force, and unlawful search and seizure—seeking to hold the government civilly liable for its overreach.
Your First Line of Defense
A criminal charge or a violation of your civil rights is a direct threat to your livelihood, your reputation, and your freedom. Do not navigate the Ohio justice system unrepresented, and do not accept a prosecutor’s narrative as the final word.
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Emakrislaw@gmail.com
330-265-6016
Uncompromising Criminal Defense Across All Ohio Courts
Statewide Jurisdiction & Local Court Coverage
The specific court handling your case dictates your defense strategy. I provide direct, hands-on representation across all 88 Ohio counties, protecting your rights in local municipal courts, county courts, and Courts of Common Pleas across every major metropolitan area in the state:
Central Ohio & Greater Columbus Metro (Franklin County & Surrounding)
Franklin County Municipal Court: Direct defense for traffic citations, OVI/DUIs, and misdemeanor criminal arrests originating in Columbus, Worthington, Upper Arlington, Gahanna, Reynoldsburg, Grove City, and surrounding Franklin County townships.
Franklin County Court of Common Pleas: High-stakes trial defense for major grand jury indictments, felony arraignments, bind-over proceedings, and complex felony trials at the courthouse in downtown Columbus.
Surrounding Central Ohio Municipal, County, & Mayor’s Courts: Representing clients facing misdemeanor charges, OVI, and traffic offenses across Delaware County (Delaware Municipal Court), Licking County (Newark Municipal Court), Fairfield County (Lancaster Municipal Court), Union County (Marysville), and local mayor’s courts in Dublin, Westerville, Hilliard, and Pickerington.
Northeast Ohio – Greater Cleveland & Cuyahoga County
Cuyahoga County Municipal Courts: Direct defense for misdemeanor charges, OVI/DUIs, and municipal arrests in Cleveland Municipal Court, Parma, Lakewood, Rocky River, Cleveland Heights, Shaker Heights, Garfield Heights, South Euclid, Lyndhurst, and Bedford.
Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas: Aggressive felony trial defense and representation during grand jury proceedings at the Justice Center in downtown Cleveland.
Surrounding Greater Cleveland Municipal & Mayor’s Courts: Protecting rights against traffic citations, misdemeanors, and OVI charges across Lorain County (Elyria Municipal Court, Lorain Municipal Court), Lake County (Painesville Municipal Court, Mentor Municipal Court), Geauga County (Chardon), and Medina County.
Northeast Ohio – Canton & Stark County
Stark County Municipal Courts: Direct representation for misdemeanor arrests, OVI/DUIs, and traffic stops in Canton Municipal Court, Massillon Municipal Court, and Alliance Municipal Court.
Stark County Court of Common Pleas: High-stakes trial defense for felony indictments, bind-over hearings, and serious felony charges at the Stark County Courthouse in downtown Canton.
Surrounding East Central Ohio Municipal & County Courts: Defending clients in Tuscarawas County (New Philadelphia Municipal Court), Carroll County, Holmes County, and surrounding townships.
Northeast Ohio – Akron & Summit County
Summit County Municipal Courts: Direct defense for OVI/DUIs, traffic citations, and misdemeanor charges in Akron Municipal Court, Barberton Municipal Court, and Stow Municipal Court.
Summit County Court of Common Pleas: High-stakes trial defense for grand jury indictments, felony arraignments, and major felony offenses at the Summit County Courthouse in downtown Akron.
Surrounding Portage & Wayne County Courts: Defending clients facing criminal charges in Portage County (Kent Municipal Court, Ravenna Municipal Court) and Wayne County (Wooster Municipal Court).
Northeast Ohio – Youngstown & Mahoning Valley
Mahoning & Trumbull County Municipal Courts: Direct defense for misdemeanor arrests, traffic stops, and OVI/DUIs in Youngstown Municipal Court, Struthers Municipal Court, Campbell Municipal Court, Warren Municipal Court, and Niles Municipal Court.
Mahoning & Trumbull County Courts of Common Pleas: Relentless trial defense for grand jury indictments, bind-overs, and complex felony cases at the Mahoning County Courthouse in downtown Youngstown and the Trumbull County Courthouse in downtown Warren.
Surrounding Eastern Ohio Municipal & Mayor’s Courts: Representing clients facing misdemeanor charges, OVI, and traffic offenses across Columbiana County (East Liverpool, Lisbon), Ashtabula County, and local mayor’s courts.
Northwest Ohio – Toledo & Lucas County
Lucas County Municipal Courts: Complete defense coverage for city arrests, traffic stops, and misdemeanor charges in Toledo Municipal Court, Sylvania Municipal Court, Maumee Municipal Court, and Oregon Municipal Court.
Lucas County Court of Common Pleas: High-stakes trial advocacy for grand jury indictments, bind-over proceedings, and serious felony charges at the Lucas County Courthouse in downtown Toledo.
Surrounding Northwest Ohio Municipal & County Courts: Defending clients facing OVI, misdemeanors, and felony charges across Wood County (Bowling Green Municipal Court, Perrysburg Municipal Court), Ottawa County (Port Clinton), and Fulton County (Wauseon).
Southwest Ohio – Cincinnati & Hamilton County
Hamilton County Municipal Court: Direct defense for traffic citations, OVI/DUIs, and misdemeanor criminal arrests originating in Cincinnati, Norwood, Blue Ash, Sharonville, Forest Park, and surrounding Hamilton County townships.
Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas: High-stakes trial defense for major grand jury indictments, felony arraignments, and complex felony trials at the Hamilton County Courthouse in downtown Cincinnati.
Surrounding Southwest Ohio Municipal, County, & Mayor’s Courts: Representing clients facing misdemeanor charges, OVI, and traffic offenses across Butler County (Hamilton, Middletown, Fairfield), Warren County (Mason, Lebanon), Clermont County (Batavia), and local mayor’s courts.
Southwest Ohio – Dayton & The Miami Valley
Montgomery County Municipal & Division Courts: Direct representation for misdemeanor arrests, traffic citations, and OVI/DUIs in Dayton Municipal Court, Vandalia Municipal Court, Kettering Municipal Court, Oakwood Municipal Court, and Miamisburg Municipal Court.
Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas: Aggressive trial defense for grand jury indictments, felony arraignments, and high-stakes felony trials at the Montgomery County Courts Building in downtown Dayton.
Surrounding Miami Valley Municipal & Mayor’s Courts: Defending clients facing criminal charges in Greene County (Fairborn Municipal Court, Xenia Municipal Court), Clark County (Springfield Municipal Court), Miami County (Troy Municipal Court), and local mayor's courts.
Why Direct Representation Matters for Your Case
Many high-volume, statewide law firms collect your retainer and pass your file down to an inexperienced junior associate. I operate as a solo practitioner because quality legal defense demands personal focus and direct accountability.
Direct Access: You speak directly with the lawyer managing your defense—from the initial consultation to the final courtroom appearance.
Proactive Strategy: I examine police evidence, challenge constitutional violations, and fight to reduce or dismiss your charges.
Flat Fee Pricing
Clear Financials. Straightforward Defense.
Quality defense requires resources, but you shouldn't have to guess what your defense will cost. I operate with complete financial transparency so we can focus immediately on protecting your rights. All flat fees are the complete cost for representation including trial.
Prices:
Minor Misdemeanor- $1000
Misdemeanor 4 -(M4): $1500
Misdemeanor 3-(M3): $1500
Misdemeanor 2 -(M2): $1500
Misdemeanor 1 -(M1): $1750
1st OVI: $2000
Felony 5 (F5): $3000
Felony 4 (F4): $4000
Felony 3 (F3): $5000
Felony 2 (F2): $7500
Felony 1 (F1): $10,000
Major Drug Offender (MDO): $15,000
Murder: $20,000
Fees are typical estimates including trial. We reserve the right to adjust for complexity and or travel. We have offices in the Stark County Area and near Lucas County. There may a flat transparent traveling fee that takes account the traveling time required to handle your case. Fees cover legal representation; clients pay court costs and 3rd party expenses. Fees do not include appellate representation in your particular case. We fight for your future.